When we see the moon high in the sky,we can use depth cues provided by the landscape to judge distance.

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Depth cues are visual information in the environment that help us perceive depth and distance. When we see the moon high in the sky, we do not have any depth cues from the landscape to help us judge the distance. Therefore, our perception of the moon's distance is often distorted and we tend to overestimate its actual distance.

When We See the Moon High in the Sky,we Can